Shirabe
能 ある 鷹 は 爪 を 隠す

爪つめ

Common Noun family or surname
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) nail (e.g. fingernail, toenail);claw;talon;hoof
私は夜には決して爪を切らない。
I never cut my nails at night.
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) plectrum;pick
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) hook;clasp
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Tsume
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'su' ending proverb a wise man keeps some of his talents in reserve;one shouldn't show off;the person who knows most often says least;a skilled hawk hides its talons
Other forms 能有る鷹は爪を隠す 【のうあるたかはつめをかくす】 · 脳ある鷹は爪を隠す 【のうあるたかはつめをかくす】 (word containing irregular kanji usage)